Serving 856 students in grades 6-8, Horse Heaven Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horse Heaven Hills Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kennewick school district, covering approximately 245.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School's student population of 856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“Our schools are the heart of our community and we are committed to the success of all students.”
School Rankings
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horse Heaven Hills Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1516 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horse Heaven Hills Middle School's ranking?
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School is ranked #1516 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Horse Heaven Hills Middle School often compared to?
Horse Heaven Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Middle School, Kamiakin High School, Southridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Horse Heaven Hills Middle School?
856 students attend Horse Heaven Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Horse Heaven Hills Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horse Heaven Hills Middle School?
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horse Heaven Hills Middle School offer ?
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horse Heaven Hills Middle School part of?
Horse Heaven Hills Middle School is part of Kennewick School District.
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